Everyday Storytellers
A few months ago, we were inspired by a quote we saw on a great documenting website. "Above all else, it is about leaving a mark that I existed.
I was here... I was hungry. I was defeated. I was happy. I was sad.
I had an idea and I had a good purpose and that is why I made works of art."
- Felix Gonzalez-Torres
This quote captures what inspired us about these Everyday Storytellers. Their writing and photography beautifully captures the ordinary. It documents the challenges along with the celebrations. It reminds us that, far from being perfect, ordinary moments of are worth preserving. We were so inspired by their work that we created a space to share it with you. This is where we hope to challenge and inspire you to document the beauty of life well lived. Enjoy!
Dive In
Within moments of them reaching the shoreline, they are inevitably in the water. They see it and they want to be a part of it…they want to feel the water on their skin and immerse themselves in all of it. I have half a mind to believe it has something to do with the fact [...]
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The Quilt
I am a tragic knitter. I do love all the colors and textures, but I fully admit I get lost in the lingo, I am not always the best at patience and research when it comes to learning something new. I want to cast on and knit a hat. I still have no hat. I [...]
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something new
“It takes a lot of courage to show your dreams to someone else.” - Erma Bombeck As a parent, I have observed many milestones but there is something extra heartwarming about witnessing a kindred spirit’s dreams coming true. Recently, one of my dear friends launched a custom cake business. Looking for focus and direction, at [...]
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Meet the Storytellers
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Maegan Beishline
Hi, I'm: A simple girl with big complex dreams. I get to live out two of them daily as a mother and an artist.
Hopeful. Aspiring. Passionate.
Blog:
www.madelinebea.com/blog -
Tammy Lee Bradley
Hi, I'm: A wife and mother of three boys, a kitchen designer by day, photographer and creativity cheerleader by night. I stalk freckles, fur and all things colorful with my beloved Nikon in sunny South Florida.
Inventive. Impassioned. Animated.
Blog:
www.blissandfolly.com -
April Meeker
Hi, I'm: The maker of art, jewelry and dinner.
Authentic. Creative. Disheveled.
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Angie Warren
Hi, I'm: A mother, a wife, and a writer of life's stories. I am a true lover of art and strive to document my children and the lives of those I love with whatever medium I can get my hands on.
Creative. Authentic. Soulful.
Blog:
www.angiewarren.com -
Meredith Winn
Through our art we give of ourselves; word by word, image by image. We lay these pieces down like cobblestones that later become the path we walk.
Camera. Shy. Momma.
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Kristin Zecchinelli
Hi, I'm: A Maine living momma of 3 exploring my (crazy messy beautiful) life with my camera in hand and sand between my toes. I love pie, my washline and singing loud in my car.
Loyal. Creative. Forgetful.
Blog:
mainemomma.blogspot.com
